Marianna High School is a public high school in Marianna, Florida. It enrolls 657 students in grades 9–12, and is the largest of five high schools in the Jackson County School Board. It is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 670 students in grades 9-12, Marianna High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Marianna High School's student population of 670 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1927
Colors
Purple, Gold
Marianna High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marianna High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1894 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
34%
21%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Marianna High School's ranking?
Marianna High School is ranked #1894 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marianna High School often compared to?
Marianna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sneads High School, Cottondale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marianna High School?
The graduation rate of Marianna High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marianna High School?
670 students attend Marianna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marianna High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marianna High School?
Marianna High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marianna High School offer ?
Marianna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marianna High School part of?
Marianna High School is part of Jackson School District.
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break - Schools Closed
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - Schools Closed
March 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - Schools Closed
March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - Schools Closed
March 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break - Schools Closed
March 27, 2026 (Friday)
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